PROCESS THE FLOUR AND BUTTER: Combine the flour, butter, baking powder and salt in the bowl of a food processor with the blade attachment fitted. Process until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

MIX THE INGREDIENTS: Pour the flour and butter mixture into a mixing bowl and use a fork to stir through the sugar, almonds, spices and orange zest until well combined. Pour in the egg and mix well.

FORM THE DOUGH: Use your hands to squeeze and knead the dough until soft and smooth - don’t overdo it, just bring the dough together. It may initially look like it will stay crumbly, but it will come together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in clingfilm and refrigerate for 1 hour.

HEAT THE OVEN: When the dough has rested, heat the oven 20 180°C / 350°F / Gas 4 and line two oven trays with baking paper.

ROLL AND CUT: Roll the dough out to around 3mm thick on a lightly floured work surface. Cut into the desired shape, using decorative cookie stamps or cutters if you like.

BAKE: Transfer the cookies to the baking paper-lined trays and bake for 10-12 minutes until just golden brown.